Professional editing and proofreading with a personal touch. From business and education to memoir, spirituality, and self-help—I will edit and proofread your nonfiction content to perfection. I also enjoy working with children’s fiction authors. Hire me! Testimonials: "Recently, Shawn proofread and edited my latest book, Teaching with Puppets Made Easy. I thought my manuscript was clean and tight. But Shawn brought her expert eyes to my project and gave me plenty of edits to accept and even more brilliant suggestions to consider. I highly recommend her to anyone with a manuscript they want reworked into tiptop shape!" — Mary Beth Spann Mank, author, Teaching with Puppets Made Easy "Flexible, friendly, and, above all, a very competent proofreader/editor who always manages to keep deadlines. I can highly recommend her!" — Liesbeth Heenk, Amsterdam Publishers "I hired Shawn to proofread my 300+ page personal memoir, and she provided a calming and supportive voice to the very end. I feel so grateful that I found her. She made my book so much better!" — Kristy Sweetland, author, Stark Raving Zen *** A FEW OF MY EDITING SKILLS: Editing | Copy Editing | Book Editor | Ghost "RE" Writer | Line Editor | Improved Wording & Phrasing | Technical Editing | Nonfiction | Citations | Fact Checking | Chicago Manual of Style A FEW OF MY PROOFREADING SKILLS: Proofreading | Grammar Correction | Spelling | Punctuation | Error Correction | Designed Book PDF Proofreading | Book Cover Proofreading | Marketing and Promotional Copy Proofreading

I am a proofreader, editor, and virtual assistant. Looking to work for an agency or a long-term position where I can assist with administrative duties. However, I am available for any project that requires attention to detail. You can send me any file that needs to be organized, re-formatted, edited, or proofread. I can correct grammar, look for sentence-structure issues, and provide more clarity throughout your texts. Content I can fact-check, organize, or edit is listed below, but is not limited to it. Message me so we can discuss your needs: ✅Canva Projects ✅Word Documents ✅Books and Magazines ✅Emails and Newsletters ✅Estate Records I can write product descriptions and reword, rewrite, and repurpose content. 💻 I offer virtual assistance services to help you complete tasks you don't have time for. Delegate repetitive tasks to me, and I will keep them going for you. ✅ When I edit, I read through the content, check it with Grammarly, and read the words out loud to ensure they flow. I can use Microsoft Word markups and edit in red to show the changes I make, and so we don't overlook anything. I correct typos, and sentences are easily readable when proofread by me. ✅ When I write, I always check if it makes sense and has fluidity. I focus on the aesthetics of my work and how it appeals to the targeted audience to drive traffic to the primary source (my client). I develop articles and emails with great information and details that explain the subject effectively. I can easily research with AI, have it break down the topic, and explain any topic. I'm proficient at making projects look good and sound good before publication. If we used AI, I would make sure the writing sounds human, not robotic. I am flexible if you want to change what I have written, created, or edited for you. I can always incorporate constructive feedback. Collaboration and helping you get important tasks done are my key goals. ✅ Proficient with Canva, Trello, Slack, Loom, SubMagic, ConvertKit, Buffer, Asana, Atlassian, Chat GPT, Gemini AI, Microsoft CoPilot, Grammarly. My credentials: ✅ Certification in Media Communications from Full Sail University ✅ Current student at Strayer University Graduation for my Bachelor's in Cybersecurity 2028 ✅ Test out Certifications: IT Fundamentals Pro PC Pro ✨ 6+ years of writing and proofreading experience. Talk soon, I reply pretty quickly!

Your writing is a reflection of your image. To make a good impression, it must be free of grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. I am a professional proofreader, copy editor, and self-proclaimed word nerd who will spot mistakes you may have missed and ensure your content adheres to your style or brand guidelines, so your writing is the best it can be. I have experience proofreading traditional and eBook manuscripts, AI-generated content, podcast transcripts, essays, applications, business plans, marketing materials, blog posts, product packaging, slide decks, PowerPoint presentations, magazine content, and websites.

Hi there! My name is Grace, and I am a full-time English and Creative Writing professor at a private college in Florida, part-time freelance editor, and writer in my free time. Although I stay busy, I am always looking for new ways to expand my skill sets and broaden my marketability here on Upwork. As a professor in my field, I am knowledgeable in both academic/research style writing, as well as creative writing. I have been editing and proofreading freelance for over six years now and am also well-versed in most areas of this kind of work. Besides all that, I am married and have one son, who is a huge reason for my wanting to be the best person I can be. I also am biracial (Malaysian Chinese and American-Caucasian) and partially fluent in Mandarin, as I grew up in Malaysia. Please message me if you are in need of a proofreader or editor who is willing, efficient, and capable. :)

Hi there, I'm an early bird; believe me, an early bird can always deliver your work before time! -- I'm an Arabic native speaker, fluent in English. In addition to my command of English, my academic background and professional experience in translating with "wajeez.com" have allowed me to perfect my knowledge of English. I have extremely proficient and creative writing skills, and have an impeccable work ethic. I also make sure nothing gets lost in translation, paying exceptional attention to detail in order to provide you with a seamless service and an accurate translation/localization respecting the standards. I have a very flexible schedule, diligent in meeting deadlines, and will go the extra mile to secure a professional and impeccable result. Looking forward to discussing your project details! Please take a look at some of my reviews below 👇👇

Member: ACES Society for Editors As a professional editor for over fifteen years, I have worked with many authors in a wide range of genres. Every book has different needs, and I will ensure your book is clear, consistent, and grammatically correct--keeping your readers engaged while maintaining your unique voice. I am experienced in long fiction, short stories, and poetry and am fluent in the rules of dialogue punctuation. While editing, I will also alert you to any plot gaps or inconsistencies. I have also edited a variety of non-fiction books, including memoirs, cookbooks, workbooks, self-help, and business and finance. I can ensure your book reads naturally and is well-organized, with headings, bullet points, and other standards. I enjoy a wide range of books and only take on projects I feel personally drawn to. To ensure we are both on the same page, I also offer a short sample edit of your work. I prefer to work by the word (see rates below). However, we can negotiate an hourly fee if that is more convenient for you. I edit Word documents, Google documents, or PDF files, tracking changes so you can easily see the edits and accept or reject them as you choose. Copy Edit $15 - $20 per 1000 words for two passes based on the complexity and quality of writing This edit includes corrections and suggestions at the sentence level for flow, clarity, and consistency. Proofread $15 - $10 per 1000 words for one pass This edit will focus on the mechanics of grammar, including punctuation and spelling.

✨ Experienced. Efficient. Easy to work with. I’m an editor, proofreader, and writer with 10+ years of experience across books, articles, poems, academic work, and more. I offer fast responses, flexible rates, and clear, thoughtful edits. Whether you’re refining a manuscript or polishing a paper, I bring precision, empathy, and collaboration to every project. I do not use AI. 💼 What I Provide Thoughtful, efficient editorial support tailored to each project’s voice and goals. I specialize in working directly with authors, students, and businesses who value clarity, polish, and authentic impact. • Developmental editing to strengthen structure and flow • Line editing for style, tone, and cohesion • Copyediting and proofreading for grammar, punctuation, and consistency • Constructive feedback delivered respectfully and clearly • Fact-checking and stylistic alignment with custom or standard guides 📚 What I Work With I welcome a wide range of formats, genres, and disciplines. Whether you’re building a story or submitting a paper, I’ve likely worked with something like it before. • Books (fiction, nonfiction, memoir) • Poems and creative writing collections • Academic papers and graduate-level theses • Articles, blogs, and digital content • Business documents and professional bios 🕰️ My Availability I offer consistent weekly availability for new and ongoing projects. My schedule is structured but flexible to accommodate deadlines and collaboration. • Available 60+ hours/week, including weekends for priority work • Responsive to client queries within 24 hours • Comfortable with fast turnaround requests and phased editing cycles 🛠️ Tools I Use I work with industry-standard platforms to keep collaboration smooth and transparent. All edits are clearly tracked, and format preferences are respected. • Microsoft Word – with Track Changes for easy review • Google Docs – with Suggesting mode for shared visibility • PDFs – with markup tools and comment threading • Familiar with AP, Chicago, and MLA style guides

With extensive experience in publishing, I now am focusing on editing and proofreading, particularly where I am able to help the author/writer improve a document to achieve its goal. I have extensive experience, primarily with non-fiction (including technical, theses and dissertations, and how-tos) and books published by McGraw-Hill, Elsevier, Palgrave-Macmillan, and Cambridge University Press. My own published works include a book in the "Dummies" series, a weekly column in The New York Times, a plethora of articles, a reference CD-ROM, training courses for major financial institutions, and technical manuals. I have a Six Sigma Green Belt, Green Belt with DFSS, and Public Relations Society of America accreditation.

I offer expert editing and proofreading services. I hold two First Class M.A. degrees and a B.A. with Honours, as well as a 2018-19 Fellowship with the International Specialised Skills Institute, Australia. Whether your written work encompasses academic articles, university coursework, novels, blogs, website content, process documentation or even social media posts, resumes or cover letters, my wealth of professional experience allows me to ensure your final written product is engaging, polished, and above all, grammatically correct! I focus specifically on grammar, style, structure and clarity, and can provide services encompassing copy-editing, formatting, line-editing, proofreading or developmental editing (usually a combination thereof). My approach is tailored to your preferences, and as a cheerful, professional, highly collaborative editor/proofreader I ensure that your unique voice is maintained throughout the process and that your work speaks to and influences your targeted audience. In real life I am a highly specialised Book & Paper Conservator working for Cambridge University, where I undertake high-level research, conserve cultural materials and work to make Library collections accessible to all. I research, write and edit content for every type of publication imaginable - from instagram captions, public blogs and process documentation through to academic journals, conference presentations and research proposals. In a past professional life I worked in HR/Recruitment for both a Big 4 financial company and a well-known global recruitment consultancy. My experience in these areas allows my editing and proofreading skills to complement my professional experience in assessing recruitment applications, undertaking interviews and tailoring recruitment advertisements, and I welcome resume and cover letter projects!

I am an experienced, native English-speaking proofreader and editor from the United States, currently spending most of my time in the Dominican Republic. I enjoy working with texts of all types, from blog posts to grant applications to books. I can not only ensure that your texts are grammatically correct and error-free, but I can also make them come alive and sound natural, which is particularly important for texts written by non-native English speakers or those generated by AI.